Play Therapy Therapists in Oregon
25 providers found
Play therapy uses the natural language of children — play — to help them express feelings, process experiences, and develop coping skills. Oregon play therapists work with children ages 3-12 facing anxiety, trauma, behavioral issues, and family changes.
Steven Ponec
Professional Counselor Associate · Tigard, OR
Hello! I’m Steven, a Professional Counselor Associate passionate about helping kids, teens, and adults feel calmer, more confident, and truly understood. I especially enjoy…
Linzy Moore
MA, LPC associate · Portland, OR
I’m a neurodiversity-affirming therapist who works with children, teens, and adults navigating autism, ADHD, and the emotional challenges that often come with it. I also…
Kerstin Minton / Limitless Growth Therapy, LLC
LPC · Portland, OR
When you’re feeling stuck like the only thing you can do is put your kid in therapy, let me be a different starting point. After working for years with kids, I learned the…
Central Oregon Family Therapy
LPC, LMFT · Redmond, OR
I enjoy working with children, teens, and their families to achieve their goals. I enjoy working with families to support healthier and happier relationships. I believe in finding…
Briar Weinstein
Registered Counselor Associate/LPC · Bend, OR
The relationship between client and counselor is the most important factor in successful therapy. This has been proven true across all approaches, theories and techniques. I aim…
Mackenzie Phelps
Professional Counselor Associate; Marriage & Family Therapist Associate · Milwaukie, OR
Accepting NEW Clients in person and via telehealth! Supporting adolescents, adults, families, and LGBTQIA+ clients navigating anxiety, identity exploration, communication…
Kristin Marshall
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist · Tigard, OR
If you're looking for an empathetic and accepting space to work from the challenges you're currently experiencing towards the resilient person you are becoming, I would be honored…
Tsuki Niu 梁子祈
LMFT, RPT
Hi, I'm Tsuki, a Taiwanese LMFT licensed in OR, WA, IL, IN, WI, MI, and MA. I offer therapy in English, Mandarin, and Taiwanese, and work with high-achieving, deeply feeling…
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How to Find the Right Therapist: What Research Says Actually Matters
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming. Many people wonder: How do I find the right therapist? Does the type of therapy matter? What if I pick the wrong one? You might see terms like EMDR, CBT, or IFS and wonder which approach is “best.” While finding a therapist whose approach aligns with your goals is important, research consistently shows that the therape
Pain and Suffering
One of the most useful things I've ever learned in terms of psychology and happiness is the difference between pain and suffering. Pain is the inevitable result of being a human. If you are fortunate enough to live a long time, sooner or later, your body will hurt. Your heart will hurt. You will stub your toe, you'll get sick, someone you love will die. Suffering, on the other hand, is something
What to Do After Your Client Uses Psychedelics
Most clinicians were never trained for this moment. Now it’s happening in session. A client mentions a recent psilocybin experience through Oregon’s legal services. Another discloses they’ve been using ketamine recreationally, and something shifted. A third describes a profound, disorienting experience from years ago that they’ve never shared with anyone — until now.
As of April 2026, Oregon Counselor Directory lists 20 therapists in Oregon who specialize in play therapy, a developmentally sensitive approach that can be particularly effective for children and adolescents. These providers offer a range of modalities, with 15 offering telehealth and 19 providing in-person sessions, ensuring that Oregonians across the state can access this therapy. Seven of these therapists accept Oregon Health Plan (OHP), while 13 offer sliding scale fees, making play therapy more accessible to a broader range of individuals. All 20 providers are currently accepting new clients, and they utilize various evidence-based approaches to address specific concerns through play therapy.